The 2020 Tesla Model X is the original design in its most efficient form. The Long Range Plus is rated at 351 miles by the EPA, it has the HW3 Autopilot computer and MCU2 screen, and every recall on it was fixed over the air.
What it doesn't have is the 2021 redesign: no yoke, no wide center screen, no Plaid. For buyers who prefer a normal steering wheel and stalks, that is a selling point.
Where the 2020 sits in the Model X line
The 2020 picks up everything the April 2019 Raven update brought: the permanent-magnet front motor, adaptive air suspension and Supercharging at up to 200 kW on V3 stations. It then adds the Long Range Plus, rated 23 miles further than the 2020 Long Range and 26 further than the 2019 car.
The next step up was small and came late. In October 2020 Tesla announced higher ratings of 371 miles for the Long Range Plus and 341 for the Performance, but those apply to the 2021 Model X. The 2019 Model X is the cheaper alternative if you can live with 325 miles.
Long Range, Long Range Plus or Performance
Four trims appear in the EPA's 2020 list:
- Long Range Plus (351 mi): the one to look for. At 32 kWh per 100 miles it ties the 2021 pre-refresh car as the most efficient original-design Model X.
- Long Range (328 mi): the earlier 2020 build. Same hardware, slightly less range.
- Performance (305 mi on 20-inch wheels, 272 on 22-inch): the wheel choice costs 33 miles of rated range.
- Standard Range (258 mi): listed by the EPA, but Tesla had removed it from sale in July 2019. Few were built.
In May 2020 Tesla cut prices by $5,000, to $79,990 for the Long Range Plus and $99,990 for the Performance.
| Trim | EPA range | Efficiency | Home AC max | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Range | 258 mi | 33 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | n/a |
| Long Range | 328 mi | 35 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | $84,990 |
| Long Range Plus | 351 mi | 32 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | $79,990 |
| Performance (20in wheels) | 305 mi | 37 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | $99,990 |
| Performance (22in wheels) | 272 mi | 43 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | $99,990 |
Free Supercharging: check the order date
The same May 2020 price cut ended free unlimited Supercharging on new Model S and X orders. A seller may still advertise it. Whether it applies depends on the original order and Tesla's rules on transfer to a second owner, so treat it as a bonus only after Tesla confirms it in writing or the app shows it.
Without it, home charging is where the savings are. More on that below.
Ten recalls, none needing a visit
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists ten campaigns for the 2020 Model X, and all ten were software updates. Two are specific to this era: 22V063000 and its replacement 22V235000, which stopped the Boombox feature playing sounds through the external speaker while the car is moving, because it could drown out the pedestrian warning sound.
The rest are shared with neighboring years, including the 22V818000 power steering recalibration. Run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup to confirm nothing is outstanding.
- 21V846000October 29, 2021Forward collision avoidance, sensing system, cameraSoftware update
Communication error may cause false forward collision warnings or unexpected automatic emergency braking. - 22V037000January 27, 2022Electrical system, adas, autonomous/self driving, softwareSoftware update
FSD (Beta) 'rolling stop' may let the vehicle go through an all-way stop without stopping; feature disabled. - 22V063000February 4, 2022Electrical system, softwareSoftware update
Boombox can mask Pedestrian Warning System sounds (FMVSS 141); superseded by 22V235000. - 22V235000April 12, 2022Electrical system, softwareSoftware update
Boombox can mask Pedestrian Warning System sounds; Boombox disabled in Drive, Neutral, Reverse and Summon (supersedes 22V063000). - 22V818000November 1, 2022Steering, electric power assist systemSoftware update
Power steering assist can be lost on rough roads or after a pothole impact; steering system recalibrated. - 23V085000February 15, 2023Steering, automated/adaptive steeringSoftware update
FSD Beta may act unsafely around intersections and respond poorly to speed limit changes.
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- 23V838000December 12, 2023Electrical system, adas, autonomous/self driving, softwareSoftware update
Autosteer controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse. - 24V051000January 30, 2024Electrical system, instrument cluster/panelSoftware update
Brake, Park and ABS warning lights shown in a font that is too small (FMVSS 105/135). - 24V153000February 27, 2024Forward collision avoidance, warnings, external/pedestrian alertSoftware update
A factory reset can mute Pedestrian Warning System sounds (FMVSS 141). - 24V376000May 28, 2024Seat belts, front, warning light/devicesSoftware update
Seat belt warning light and chime may not activate for an unbelted driver (FMVSS 208).
Source: NHTSA recalls API. A recall only applies if your VIN is listed.
What owners report
Owners have filed 127 complaints with NHTSA for the 2020 model year, as of October 2026. Suspension and forward collision avoidance (phantom braking or warnings) lead, followed by electrical faults. These are owner reports, not confirmed defects.
127 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Model X. Most frequent areas (approximate order): suspension; forward collision avoidance; electrical system; unknown or other; steering; structure. Source: NHTSA complaints database.
Edmunds' main gripe is a missing feature rather than a fault: no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. NHTSA rated the 2020 seven-seat car five stars overall and in every test.
| NHTSA test | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5 stars |
| Frontal crash | 5 stars |
| Side crash | 5 stars |
| Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.3% |
Home charging and running costs
The 2020 Model X accepts up to 48 A at home. A Wall Connector on a 60 A breaker adds about 35 miles of range per hour, per Tesla's support page, so an overnight session easily covers a day's driving. A 120 V outlet adds only 2 to 3 miles per hour, which is too slow for a car this size; our page on 120 V home charging explains the limits.
| How you charge | Speed |
|---|---|
| Wall Connector at 48 A (11.5 kW, 60 A breaker) | up to 35 mi of range per hour |
| NEMA 14-50 outlet, Mobile Connector at 32 A | about 23 mi per hour |
| Regular 120 V outlet | 2 to 3 mi per hour |
| Empty to full, largest pack (about 100 kWh) | about 9.5 hours at 11.5 kW |
Rates scale Tesla's published Wall Connector table for this model; older cars and cold batteries charge slower. Times are estimates.
Worked example: a month of driving. The EPA rates the Long Range Plus at 32 kWh per 100 miles, including charging losses. For 1,200 miles a month:
- 1,200 x 0.32 = 384 kWh
- 384 kWh x $0.1831 (EIA US average, July 2026) = about $70 a month
The Performance on 22-inch wheels uses 43 kWh per 100 miles, about $94 for the same distance. For electricity rates by state and Supercharger prices, see how much a full charge costs. Tesla puts a typical Wall Connector install at $750 to $1,500; our guide to Wall Connector install pricing covers the extras.
A 2020 Tesla Model X test-drive checklist
- Badge and range: Long Range Plus should show the most range at 100%.
- Air suspension: sits level after parking, no height warnings.
- Falcon wing doors: full open and close, obstacle stop, no rubbing.
- Autopilot computer: HW3 under Software, then Additional Vehicle Information.
- Free Supercharging: confirmed by Tesla, not the seller.
- Battery cover: Tesla's original 2020 terms weren't confirmed for this page; an eight-year term from a 2020 delivery would run to 2028.
For how this year ranks against the rest, see our Model X years ranked from best buy to worst.
2020 Model X: common questions
What is the range of a 2020 Tesla Model X?
The EPA rated the 2020 Model X Long Range Plus at 351 miles, the Long Range at 328, the Performance at 305 on 20-inch wheels and 272 on 22-inch wheels. A Standard Range at 258 miles appears in the EPA list, but Tesla had dropped it from the lineup in July 2019, so few exist. Used cars will show less after years of use.
Does a used 2020 Model X have free Supercharging?
Probably not. Tesla removed free unlimited Supercharging from new Model S and X orders in May 2020, and whether a used car keeps any free Supercharging depends on the original order and Tesla's transfer rules. Don't rely on a seller's word or an old window sticker; ask Tesla or check the vehicle in the Tesla app after purchase.
What is the difference between the 2020 Model X Long Range and Long Range Plus?
The Long Range Plus is the later, more efficient version of the same car. The EPA rated it at 351 miles and 105 MPGe, against 328 miles and 96 MPGe for the Long Range. Wikipedia dates the 351-mile rating to February 2020. Both have a 48 A onboard charger and Tesla quoted the same 200 kW Supercharging peak.
Does the 2020 Model X have radar?
Yes. Tesla kept forward radar on North American Model S and X until mid-February 2022, so every 2020 car has it, along with ultrasonic parking sensors. That means Autopilot follows the older radar-based rules on these cars. The Autopilot computer should be HW3, which you can confirm on the touchscreen under Software, then Additional Vehicle Information.
Is the 2020 Tesla Model X reliable?
It is one of the steadier Model X years. NHTSA lists ten recalls, all handled by software, and 127 owner complaints as of October 2026, with suspension and forward collision avoidance leading. It also kept the five-star crash rating. The usual Model X checks still apply: falcon wing door operation, air suspension height and panel fit.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls, 2020 Tesla Model X, api.nhtsa.gov
- NHTSA safety ratings, 2020 Model X, api.nhtsa.gov
- TechCrunch: Tesla cuts prices, ends free Supercharging for S/X (May 2020), techcrunch.com
- TFLcar: Tesla price cuts (May 2020), tflcar.com
- Electrek: Tesla range increase for Model S and X (October 2020), electrek.co
- InsideEVs: Tesla removes radar from Model S and X, insideevs.com
- Edmunds: 2020 Tesla Model X, edmunds.com
- EPA data via MPGBuddy: 2020 Model X Long Range Plus, mpgbuddy.com
- EIA: average residential electricity price, eia.gov
- Tesla Support: Wall Connector, tesla.com
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